Pelicans are likely to lose Naji Marshall in free agency according to a new report, as several teams are interested in signing him after his rise from undrafted rookie to a key player for New Orleans.

By the Numbers
  • Marshall averaged 7.1 points in 66 games last season for the Pelicans.
  • He could potentially earn between $5-$8 million per season in his new deal.
State of Play
  • Marshall is now an unrestricted free agent, with interest from teams like the Detroit Pistons, Philadelphia 76ers, and San Antonio Spurs.
  • The Pelicans may not be able to retain Marshall due to budget constraints, focusing on extending other key players like Brandon Ingram and Trey Murphy III.
What's Next

Marshall's future likely lies with a new team willing to offer him a substantial contract, where he can continue to be a dedicated hard worker and fan favorite.

Bottom Line

The Pelicans are facing the possible loss of Naji Marshall in free agency, highlighting the challenging decisions teams must make to balance their roster and financial constraints while aiming to retain key players.